MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nortech Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ: NSYS), a leading provider of
electronics manufacturing services (EMS), has named Mark Nordquist as
general manager of its Aerospace Systems operations in Blue Earth, Minn.
Nordquist will now oversee all activities at this 140,000-square-foot
manufacturing facility in addition to his current business development
responsibilities.

“His
extensive knowledge and understanding of the defense and aerospace
industry will be instrumental in capitalizing on growth opportunities.”

“Mark’s played a key role in building Aerospace Systems’ customer
relationships and expanding our capabilities,” says Richard Wasielewski,
Nortech’s senior vice president responsible for Aerospace Systems. “His
extensive knowledge and understanding of the defense and aerospace
industry will be instrumental in capitalizing on growth opportunities.”

Nordquist joined Nortech Systems in 1998 as national sales manager for
the Aerospace Systems operations, which were located in Fairmont, Minn.,
at the time. Most recently he served as director of business development
for defense and aerospace markets.

Nordquist graduated from Minnesota State University with a degree in
marketing and finance; he currently lives in Fairmont, Minn.

The Aerospace Systems operation specializes in custom-designed wire
harnesses and cable assemblies, including rugged high-speed data
communications cables, flat molded, fiber optics and higher-level builds
for the defense industry and other demanding applications. Products are
engineered to withstand severe environmental conditions including
extreme heat and cold, salt spray, water immersion, chemical and
abrasion resistance, and electromagnetic and radio frequency
interference. (More information about Aerospace Systems is available by
visiting their web site: www.aerospacesystems.com)

About Nortech Systems Incorporated

Nortech Systems Incorporated (www.nortechsys.com),
based in Wayzata, Minn., is a full-service electronics manufacturing
services (EMS) provider of wire and cable assemblies, printed circuit
board assemblies, and higher-level complete box build assemblies for a
wide range of industries. Markets served include industrial equipment,
aerospace/defense and medical. The company has manufacturing
capabilities and operating partners in the U.S., Asia and Latin America.
Nortech Systems Incorporated is traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under
the symbol NSYS.

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